A. Lange & Söhne Little Lange 1vsanOrdain Model 1
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Little Lange 1
Model 1
Diameter
36.8mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Thickness
9.5mm
lowest
11.5mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
72h
highest
42h
MSRP
n/a
$3,804
Movement
L121.1
Sellita SW210-1
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the A. Lange & Söhne Little Lange 1 as an art piece, highlighting its beautiful guilloché dial and stunning moonphase complication. One owner found the 36.8mm case size to feel small on a 6.75" wrist. The retail price is $54,700, with some noting it is comparable to the regular Lange 1 despite a simpler movement. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the A. Lange & Söhne Little Lange 1 a highly regarded piece for its artistic dial and moonphase complication.
The German craftsmanship of the movement is a notable strength. No consensus on weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its elegant design, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant hardened case. Some owners appreciate the 38mm size and its excellent fit on average wrists. However, significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a notable drawback. A few reviewers mention minor quirks of its handmade nature, such as dial taper or dial feet visibility in certain lighting, and one owner found the strap buckle uncomfortable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its stunning, handmade enamel dial and excellent value for its artisanal craftsmanship.
Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.
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